| Name: | Omega Pacific Classic Bent Gate |
| MPN: | OPCLB |
| Category: | non-locking |
| Shape: | asymmetric D |
| Material: | aluminum |
| Profile: | trapezoid |
| Nose: | notch & pin |
| Nose Guard: | none |
| Rivets: | flat spun |
| Gate Shield: | semi |
| Weight: | 54 g |
| Dimensions: | Length: 104.5 mm Width: 59 mm Gate Opening: 21 mm |
| Strength Ratings: |  24 kN |  8 kN |  7 kN |
| Other Markings: | Forged: Omega Pacific Classic | (ratings) CE0082 Stamped: LP |
| Batch Marking Location: | spine-exterior |
| Summary: | inexpensive basic carabiner, flat-spun rivets may have issues |
| Description & Commentary: | A basic bent gate asym'D for use in quickdraws. Omega Pacific produced budget carabiners, and the classic line was the budget tier of a budget brand. The Bent gate makes for a larger gate opening and easier clipping of the rope when used on a quickdraw. Like other OP carabiners, the Classic uses flat-spun rivets, which are almost flush with the gate. They have sharp edges which catch and pull on the fibers of soft goods - very annoying. On a personal note, I purchased a set of 5 (or maybe 6) new Omega Pac Classics quick draws around 2003 to flesh out my rock climbing rack for longer routes. Upon arrival, I noticed 2 carabiners had loose rivets which had moved out of position. How these made it through QC and into the hands of a customer, I have no idea. I did get mine replaced (and upgraded to the much nicer JCs), but never saw a recall for the batch. I acquired this set of Classics to remind me of this issue. |
| Manufacturer Color: | - |